5 Things to Do in and around SouthCoast

Friday

Dec 1, 2017 at 11:12 AM

FRIDAY, DEC. 1

Fine Winter’s Night Holiday Concert with Matt and Shannon Heaton

What: Matt and Shannon Heaton’s "Fine Winter's Night" will feature original and traditional Irish music dating from the 12th to the 21st century with husband-and-wife harmonies and instrumental accompaniment on guitar, bouzouki, and Irish flute. The concert features a mix of poignancy, jubilance and reflection with songs about Victorian winter romance, the nativity and the introspective nature of the solstice, sprinkled with beautiful airs and upbeat jigs and reels. The Heaton originals sound like timeless traditional classics and their renditions of centuries-old Irish ballads often have inventive modern twists that resonate with listeners. Shannon was named 2016 Massachusetts Cultural Council Traditional Artist Fellow. The Irish American News dubbed her Female Musician of the Year (2009) and Live Ireland nominated her Female Musician of the Year 2010 and 2011. Matt, on guitar and bouzouki, has received multiple Massachusetts Cultural Council grants for his work. He holds a master’s degree in classical guitar.

When: 7:30 p.m. (doors at 6:30)

Where: in the James Arnold Mansion, which houses the Wamsutta Club at 427 County Street (corner of Union Street) in New Bedford.

Admission: Tickets are $20 in advance online and $25 at the door.

Information: Cash bar and a limited menu is available. Ample free parking, open to the general public for this show, is also available. Due to the intimate setting for the concert, seating is limited so advance purchase (guaranteed seating) is advised. For tickets, visit www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3050554. For more on the concerts, email: korolenko8523@charter.net.

SATURDAY, DEC. 2

Nemasket Group Holiday Stroll

What: The Nemasket Group’s Holiday Stroll features some of the finest craftspeople in Southeastern Massachusetts, as well as our Chance Auction and Signature Basket Raffle. There will be Local Food Vendors, Pony Rides, Entertainment and opportunities for Vintage Holiday selfies. The Holiday Stroll is the place to find affordable, one of a kind gifts of extraordinary quality for children, friends and family members along with everything you’ll need to deck the halls in style. Set up throughout The Nemasket Group’s home in Mattapoisett will be exhibitors featuring, pottery, jewelry, textiles, ornaments, gift baskets, stained glass, knitwear, photographs, and pony rides. Wolf Pizza, Cool Licks, Izzy’s Food Truck and Robert W. Catering will provide a variety of culinary treats for your dining pleasure.

When: From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: at The Pines in Mattapoisett, located at 109 Fairhaven Road in Mattapoisett.

Admission: Free.

Information: Free parking is available. Proceeds from The Nemasket Group’s Holiday Stroll benefit individuals and families served by the Nemasket Group. The Group's mission is to offer personalized flexible support to families and individuals with disabilities to live, work and develop relationships within our communities. Please take a minute to like us on Facebook. To learn more, call 508-999-4436, visit www.NemasketGroup.org or email Stroll2017@NemasketGroup.org.

Regional twist on a holiday classic

What: New Bedford Ballet will perform its annual production of A New England Nutcracker Dec. 2-10. Journey back to the 1850s, as this favorite holiday story is reimagined through New Bedford's historic whaling era, and prepare for the "City That Lit the World" to light up your holiday season. This original adaptation of the traditional Nutcracker ballet, created by Rebecca Waskiel-Marchesseault, Director of the New Bedford Ballet, features choreography by Ms. Waskiel-Marchesseault, Erin Petitjean Allen, James Brown and Eugenia Zinovieva. The performance takes place in New Bedford Ballet's studio, offering an intimate environment charged with the dancers' energy. This simple version with narration is engaging for children, and the hour-long performance is perfect for anyone juggling the many events that fill the holiday season.

When: Ten performances will take place over two weekends with 1:30 and 3 p.m. shows on Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10. Shows are at 6:30 and 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8.

Where: at the NBB Community Theatre, located at 2343 Purchase Street in New Bedford.

Admission: Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $7 for seniors, students, and children. Group rates for non-profit organizations are available.

Information: For tickets, call the New Bedford Ballet at 508-993-1387. For more information visit: www.newbedfordballet.org. All proceeds from the ballet support the New Bedford Ballet Foundation, a non-profit organization.

DEC. 2-3

Christmas Crafts Fair at Durfee

What: Nine local craftsmen, including five from New Bedford and four from Acushnet, will be among the hundreds of crafters participating in the 41st annual Christmas Crafts Fair. The Christmas Craft Fair has grown into the largest event of its kind in southern New England. The two-day event attracts more than 8,000 people from throughout the area. There will be over 200 craftsmen from throughout New England showing their work. More than 20 categories of crafts, including ceramics, pottery, painting, photography and floral design, will be featured. All items on display are handmade. New Bedford crafters include Diane Sanders, Lina DeSilva, Sheryl LeBlanc, Betsy Hayes and Bruce Nicely. Donna Lopes, Heidi Espinola, Dolores Souza, Jackie Leduc from Acushnet will also participate. Proceeds from the fair will go to the Fall River Scholarship Foundation, a non-profit organization that awards scholarships to deserving Fall River students in their pursuit of a higher education.

When: From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Where: Durfee High School is located on Elsbree Street in Fall River.

Admission: Free.

Information: Parking is adjacent to the field house and handicap accessible.

'It’s Christmas Spectacular' at BCC

What: Embraced by generations of families, this heartwarming production returns to transform the Bristol Community College Theater into a glistening winter wonderland. The 2017 edition of the Christmas Spectacular “It’s Christmas Time” returns after a five-year hiatus, and On Stage Theatrical Productions returns with a new group of dancers, student vocal group The Rising Starz, and special guest performers including Mary Elizabeth Rich, Lorie Crockett, Hillary Coelho, and Jane Dufault, along with Roger Botelho, Ray Silva, and Mario Moniz. Under the direction of Linda Mercer-Botelho, On Stage Theatrical Productions will transform the theater at BCC into a magical christmas canvas. Classic numbers include “The Living Nativity” and “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers.” An all-new medley of songs features the fun And festive "Fruitcake Song," "Hollly Jolly" and "Deck the Halls." Jukebox Christmas songs include "Jingle Bells" and "Run Run Rudolph," and finishing up the show the traditional "Christmas Angels," "All is Well" and "Emmanuel."

When: at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3.

Where: Bristol Community College Theater is located in the Jackson Arts Center, H building, 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.

Admission: General admission is $20 and $10 for children under age 10.